Chalky bluestem | |
| Species: | Chalky bluestem |
| Scientific Name: | Andropogon capillipes |
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| Growth Habit: | Bunch type; 3-5 feet tall (when flowering),with long, large plume. Chalky substance on the stems and sheath that rubs off. Inflorescence "fluffy" when dry. |
| Life Cycle: | Perennial |
| Origin: | Native to Florida |
| Production Season: | Warm Season (March to July in South Florida). Seeding from September to November. |
| Nutritive Value: | Most palatable native grass in Florida. |
| Use: | Grazing |
| Herbarium Image: | For an herbarium image click this link, and this link. |
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| Soil: | Adapted to more well drained soils. |
| pH: | Preferably low |
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| Temperature: | Warm-season conditions. |
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| Production: | Good seed producer |
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